Eddie O'Sullivan: Sam Prendergast likely included in Ireland squad for experience
Sam Prendergast's inclusion in the Ireland squad is more a nod to the future than part of a plan to beat the Springboks, reckons Eddie O’Sullivan.
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David Humphreys: Andy Farrell's Lions switch presents 'exciting opportunity'
David Humphreys believes Andy Farrell's sabbatical to coach the British and Irish Lions next year will bring more positives than negatives for his Ireland team.
James Topping: Hugo Keenan can make a big difference for Ireland Sevens
Ireland men's Sevens coach James Topping admits he has taken a risk by including Hugo Keenan and Andrew Smith in his squad for the upcoming Olympic Games, but he believes the pair will give his medal chasing side an 'extra impetus' in Paris this summer.
Sam Prendergast among three uncapped players but Jamison Gibson-Park to miss Ireland's South Africa tour
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has named three uncapped players for next month's tour of South Africa, with Leinster's Sam Prendergast and Jamie Osborne, and Ulster's Cormac Izuchukwu all included in a 35-man squad.
Evan O'Connell to captain Ireland U20s at World Championship
Ireland head coach Willie Faloon has named a 30-man squad for the World Rugby U20 Championship later this month, with Munster's Evan O'Connell captaining the side in South Africa.
David Humphreys: I'll never move a player against their will
The handover is complete, his feet are under the desk, and now the fun starts for David Humphreys.
IRFU rule out prospect of Ireland Test at Croke Park
Irish rugby chief executive Kevin Potts has ruled out the possibility of playing an Ireland international at Croke Park in the near future.
IRFU target women's lead appointment by end of the year
The Irish Rugby Football Union hopes to appoint a 'Women's Strategy Implementation Lead' by the end of the year, with chief executive Kevin Potts seeing the women's game as the largest opportunity for growth in Irish rugby.